Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX4

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 12 months before the CX4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S1000pj grades versus the CX4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj provides outside measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh CX4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj and the CX4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and CX4.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S1000pj to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.